Kingdom:
Phylum:
Pteridophytes
Order:
Polypodiales
Species:
urbanii
ID:
1126781

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Brause) A.H.Liogier

Source:
tro

Year:
1980

Citation Micro:
Phytologia 47: 168 1980

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001126119

Common Names

  • Urbanii Polytaenium
  • Polytaenium urbanii
  • Polytaenium

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Description

Polytaenium urbanii (also called Urban's Polytaenium, among many other common names) is a species of fern in the family Polypodiaceae. It is native to tropical Asia, Africa, and the Pacific Islands. It grows in moist, shady habitats, such as forests and woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Polytaenium urbanii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a natural dye for fabrics.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Polytaenium urbanii has small, yellow-green flowers, which are arranged in a spike-like inflorescence. Its seeds are small and brown, and its seedlings have long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Polytaenium urbanii can be propagated by division or by spores. It should be grown in moist, well-drained soil in partial shade. It is best to water the plant regularly and to keep the soil moist. Fertilize the plant with a balanced fertilizer every few weeks during the growing season.

Where to Find Polytaenium urbanii

Polytaenium urbanii can be found in the tropical and subtropical forests of Central and South America, from Mexico to northern Argentina.

Species in the Pteridaceae family

References

The Plant List v1.1 record tro-26622616: Based on the initial data import
Guido Georg Wilhelm Brause (1847-1922): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Brause' in the authors string.